Theater Missile Warning/Defense Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Prevailance, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Prevailance, Inc. is seeking a MW/TBMD Instructor to design, deliver, and continuously improve formal technical instruction for missile warning and defense systems supporting space and ballistic missile defense missions.

You will lead course materials, assess student performance, and ensure adherence to Air Force/Space Force instructional standards, while maintaining currency in assigned courses and pursuing ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in U.S. military Missile Warning or TBMD Operations.
• ITW/AA experience and theater level missile warning.
• 3+ years as instructor in a formal military school or 5+ years as briefer/public speaker; demonstration of public speaking within 30 days of contract start.

Responsibilities

• Act as SME and deliver course of instruction for assigned subject areas; participate in capstone/graduation exercises.
• Develop, review, and update Training Plans, Lesson Plans, and Training Standards.
• Integrate changes to doctrine, TTPs into course materials regularly.
• Participate in training advisory boards, curriculum reviews, and training effectiveness evaluations.
• Develop and maintain training aids, multimedia content, and e-learning modules.
• Serve as evaluator for student and instructor standardization and evaluation.
• Maintain qualification in assigned courses; complete required continuing education and professional development.
• Track and report student progression, graduation rates, and course metrics.

Skills

Missile Warning

ITW/AA experience

Instructor experience

Adult learning

LMS proficiency

CBT tools

Technical analysis

Curriculum documentation

Assessment skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

LMS proficiency

CBT tools

Simulation platforms

Job description

Description

This position is contingent upon contract award. Multiple positions available.

Duties

The MW/TBMD Instructor serves as a subject matter expert and primary educator, responsible for the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of formal technical instruction and training in missile warning, missile defense, and related operational systems to prepare personnel for space and ballistic missile defense missions.

Course Instructor

• Act as SME and deliver course of instruction for assigned subject area(s); Participate in capstone/graduation exercise
• Develop, review, and update Training Plans (TPs), Lesson Plans (LPs), and Training Standards (TSs)
• Integrate changes to doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) into course materials on a recurring basis
• Participate in training advisory boards, curriculum reviews, and training effectiveness evaluations
• Develop and maintain training aids, multimedia content, and e-learning modules
• Serve as an evaluator for student and instructor standardization and evaluation
• Maintain qualification and currency in assigned courses; complete required continuing education and professional development

Administration & Coordination

• Track and report student progression, graduation rates, and course metrics to unit leadership
• Maintain required documentation, records management, and applicable USSF directives

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years in U.S. military Missile Warning or TBMD Operations
• Operational experience with integrated threat warning and attack assessment (ITW/AA) as well as theater level missile warning
• Minimum of three (3) years as an instructor in a formal military school, university, or professional development setting; or five (5) years as a briefer/public speaker. A brief demonstration of public speaking will be required within 30 days of contract start to validate abilities
• Skill in designing and delivering formal instruction to adult learners using multiple modalities (lecture, scenario, simulation, lab).
• Skill in using learning management systems, distributed training systems, simulator platforms, and computer-based training (CBT) tools
• Ability to analyze complex technical content and translate it into clear, sequenced instruction aligned to performance objectives
• Skill in writing, editing, and maintaining curriculum documentation to Air Force/Space Force instructional systems design standards
• Ability to evaluate student performance objectively, provide constructive feedback, and identify remediation requirements

Desired Qualifications

• Operational experience and assignment at the Missile Warning Center
• Five (5) or more years of operational space experience with increasing responsibility
• Knowledge of space operations doctrine, strategy, and national security space policy applicable to USSF/USAF missions
• Operational experience in a deployed or joint environment integrating space capabilities with ground and air forces

Education Requirements

• Bachelors degree in any technical discipline
• Masters degree in military studies or related technical discipline is preferred

Clearance Level

TS/SCI clearance eligibility is required